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A legacy of dedication to rural healthcare: Remembering Dr. Peter K. Lindsay

Honouring a rural healthcare advocate RhPAP would like to remember Dr. Peter K. Lindsay for his heartfelt dedication to rural health and the contributions he…

Honouring a rural healthcare advocate RhPAP would like to remember Dr. Peter K. Lindsay for his heartfelt dedication to rural health and the contributions he made as an exemplary board member. Dr. Lindsay was Chair of the RhPAP Board when…

Pontoon boat transports Lac La Biche pharmacist to work during flooding

Not everyone keeps a rain gauge by their home, but Zicki Eludin does. Therefore, it wasn’t surprising to the Lac La Biche...
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Pilots saved remote northern Alberta community from 1920s diphtheria outbreak

The strength and courage of Albertans was tested during another disease outbreak in Northern Alberta more than 90 years ago. In December 1928, a...
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Pandemics present opportunities to learn from the past

COVID-19’s arrival in Alberta caught many residents by surprise. For provincial health-care officials, it wasn’t totally unexpected. “There have been multiple examples...
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Then and now: Comparing today’s pandemic with historical outbreak

It’s been over 100 years since the deadly Spanish Influenza pandemic hit Alberta, and it will be some time yet before we...
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1918-1919: Spanish flu took its toll on one east-central Alberta community

The pastoral prairie around Alliance was quiet long before COVID-19 required citizens to social distance. This scenic village, situated near the Battle...
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Pharmacists step up to serve rural communities during pandemic

Pharmacists across Alberta have tweaked procedures to protect themselves and their patients throughout the COVID-19 pandemic.
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Long-term residents in northern Alberta stay entertained during COVID-19

Long-term care residents in High Level and Fort Vermilion are staying entertained during COVID-19.
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Fort McMurray’s 3D printers make face masks easier to wear

When a need appears, Albertan communities will rise to the challenge, identifying solutions to problems we never knew we would have.
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Fort McMurray flooding spotlights volunteer efforts

Flood water hadn’t completed its assault on downtown Fort McMurray late last month before an unofficial army of volunteers mobilized to support displaced residents and businesses.
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3D Printers across Alberta building equipment for essential workers

When a need appears, Albertan communities will rise to the challenge, identifying solutions to problems we never knew we would have.
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Program connects Southern Albertans with addiction and mental health support

A simple phone call is connecting some Southern Albertans with a central point of contact for anyone requiring addiction and mental health assistance.
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Rural communities tackle mental health by coming together

For the 38 per cent of Albertans who live in rural and remote areas accessing important mental health supports can be a challenge.
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